Amphitheater - Hotel Lobby (Designed by Simeone Deary) VAI Resort, the most anticipated addition to Arizona's hospitality landscape, is poised to redefine luxury and design. Opening its doors in Glendale, part of metro Phoenix, in late 2024, VAI Resort aims to captivate guests with its transformative ambiance and meticulous attention to detail. Boasting the title of … [More]
Corporate Gifting May Be Money Misspent
The purpose of corporate gifting is to enhance relationships with clients or employees while also fostering goodwill, ultimately leading to increased engagement and loyalty. However, scaling gifting programs while maintaining their efficacy is a challenge. In many instances, despite the investments made, the outcomes might not live up to expectations, with companies … [More]
2023 Rivian R1S
Finally, an SUV that thinks like a SUV — and it is electric. Drive through more than three feet of water. Rock crawl a 100% grade. Traverse just about any terrain with 14.9 inches of ground clearance and up to 390 miles of range. With a 0–60 mph time as quick as 3 seconds, the Rivian R1S SUV delivers the on-road handling of a sports car. The R1S is available with three AWD … [More]
Buy a Seat, Not the Jet
Set Jet, the membership-based private jet charter program, is disrupting business air travel. Promising an unforgettable in-flight experience at a cost that rivals last-minute commercial tickets, Set Jet is proving to be a game-changer in the world of aviation. The concept is simple: “Buy a seat, not the jet.” This approach welcomes business and leisure travelers to a community … [More]
The Collins: Open for Lunch by Popular Demand
With the restaurant already an operating success for dinner, owner Christopher Collins was not planning to open for lunch. “But,” he says, “the guests asked for it. The regulars convinced me we needed to open for lunch.” Collins added lunch service this past May, expecting to take the summer to build up business and to staff up accordingly — “But it was busy Day 1,” he … [More]
Which Way Is North: A Creative Compass for Makers, Marketers, and Mystics
Where does creativity come from? The answer is unique for each of us — our True North — and this book will help readers find theirs. As artificial intelligence gains an increasing foothold in our work and our lives, the need to find and maintain our uniquely human creativity is growing more urgent. This guide will ensure that individuals stay on course as they navigate through … [More]
Scottsdale Arts Announces 2023–24 Classical and Chamber Concerts
Scottsdale Arts has announced the classical and chamber concerts that will be part of the 2023–24 season, its 46th season of Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel, and new collaborations with local ensembles. The Virginia G. Piper Concert Series is among the premier classical concert series in the Southwest, and this year’s lineup is one of its strongest yet … [More]
Scottsdale Arts’ Fall Season Gathers Speed
From the inaugural East Bowl concert, featuring Wilco, and a 50-year celebration of public art — both at the outdoor Scottsdale Civic Center — to a Dorothy Fratt 100th Birthday Celebration and an eight-part, virtual writing workshop for caregivers, Scottsdale Arts has something for just about everyone this October. The following is a list of performances, events and … [More]
The Phoenix Symphony Opens 2023-24 Season with the Mighty Carmina Burana
The Phoenix Symphony opens it 2023-24 Season with three performances on September 29, September 30 and October 1 of Carmina Burana. The performances represent the kick-off of Virginia G. Piper Music Director Tito Muñoz’s triumphant tenth and final season presenting an extraordinary range of classical and popular programming. The Phoenix Symphony’s 77th season brings … [More]
Explore Arizona Science Center After Hours in September
Join us for September's Extended Hours! Explore all four levels of the Center, The Science of Guinness World Records and a showing of Jane Goodall - Reasons for Hope—for only $12! The best part? We're featuring different laser shows each week for only $5. Whether it's a family night out, date night or you simply want to stop in after work, it's the perfect way to end your … [More]
Latin Proud: A Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month
As a Latina passionate about Mexican History, I hear the question arise, “Why does Hispanic Heritage Month start on September 15th?” On September 15, 1810, in the early morning in Dolores, Guanajuato Mex., a priest named Father Miguel Hidalgo rang the bells of his church and called for the people of Mexico to rise against the authoritative colonizers of New … [More]
The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody at The Herberger Theater Center
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of burlesque. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are … [More]
SMoCA to Open Newly Reimagined Community Space
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) is reimagining its former Smart Space as a new community area called _____ space, or “blank space.” The museum, which is operated by the nonprofit Scottsdale Arts, opened the Smart Space behind the museum store, Shop@SMoCA, in 2014 as an educational area, offering hands-on activities and additional information about … [More]
2023 Historic Hotels Awards Nominee Finalists Announced, Event to Take Place in Litchfield Park
Historic Hotels of America® is pleased to announce the nominee finalists for the 2023 Historic Hotels of America® Awards of Excellence. The Historic Hotels Awards of Excellence recognize and celebrate the world’s finest historic hotels and hoteliers, through categories of excellence such as Historic Hotels of America Best Historic Resort, Historic Hotels of America … [More]





























